MelodyFlash — Daily Melody Guessing Game
MelodyFlash is a daily melody-recognition game where you identify tunes from progressively longer audio clips.
How to play MelodyFlash
Press the Play button to hear the current snippet. Use the search field to find and select your guess. You can filter by category before your first guess. Snippet lengths progress from 0.25 to 8 seconds across six attempts.
Full rules and detailsScoring & Streaks
You win by correctly naming the melody within six attempts. The shorter the snippet you needed, the better your result. Your streak counts consecutive days you succeed.
Strategy Tips
- Listen carefully to the opening notes — many melodies have distinctive intros.
- Use the category filter to narrow down possibilities before your first guess.
- If unsure, skip to unlock a longer snippet rather than wasting a guess.
Audio & Accessibility
All melodies are public-domain compositions. Playback is generated in real time using your browser's Web Audio API. No commercial recordings are used. Audio starts only after a user gesture, satisfying iOS Safari requirements. A volume control and Test sound button are available.
Frequently asked questions
How does MelodyFlash work?
You hear a very short snippet of a public-domain melody and must identify it. After each wrong guess or skip, a longer snippet is unlocked: 0.25, 0.5, 1, 2, 4, and 8 seconds.
Do I need speakers or headphones?
Yes. MelodyFlash uses audio generated by your browser's Web Audio API. You can test your sound before playing.
What melodies are used?
All melodies are public-domain compositions — classical, folk, traditional, hymns, and children's tunes. No commercial recordings are used.
Does MelodyFlash work on iOS Safari?
Yes. Audio starts only after you tap the Play button, which satisfies iOS Safari's requirement for a user gesture before audio playback.
Can I play past MelodyFlash puzzles?
Yes. Visit the archive to play any previous daily puzzle. Archive plays do not affect your official streak.